Grilled Harissa Carrot Hummus Recipe

Name: Grilled Harissa Carrot Hummus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb carrot, peeled, ends trimmed; 1/4 cup harissa, divided, plus more; 6 garlic cloves, finely grated, divided; 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more; 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; kosher salt; 2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and 2 tablespoons of liquid reserved; 1/3 cup tahini; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; aleppo pepper (for serving); vegetable oil (for brushing)

Servings: persons

1 lb carrot, peeled, ends trimmed
1/4 cup harissa, divided, plus more
6 garlic cloves, finely grated, divided
2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more
2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves, plus more
1 teaspoon ground cumin
kosher salt
2 (15 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and 2 tablespoons of liquid reserved
1/3 cup tahini
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
aleppo pepper (for serving)
vegetable oil (for brushing)

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["Prepare a grill for medium high heat; thoroughly clean grates and brush with oil. Toss carrots, 3 tablespoons harissa, half of the garlic, thyme, cumin and 1 teaspoon salt together in a medium bowl. Lay out a 12"" sheet of heavy duty foil and scrape carrot mixture into the center. Fold over the sides and form a tight seal. Grill foil pack, turning once, until carrots are tender and lightly charred, 30-45 minutes. Keep wrapped and let cool slightly.", "Puree chickpeas, reserved liquid and tahini in a food processor until smooth and thick. Add remaining 1 tablespoon harissa, remaining garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, cooled carrots and accumulated juices, lemon juice and 2 teaspoons salt and puree until smooth. With the motor running, drizzle in the remaining 2/3 cup oil and continue to process until creamy; adjust seasoning if necessary.", "Transfer to a serving bowl, top with additional harissa, olive oil, thyme leaves and Aleppo pepper."]

720

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb carrot, peeled, ends trimmed, 1/4 cup harissa, divided, plus more, 6 garlic cloves, finely grated, divided, 2/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more, and more.

Yes, Grilled Harissa Carrot Hummus falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Harissa Carrot Hummus

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